么
Character Breakdown
A tiny trailing stroke — suffix for questions
Details
| Pinyin | me |
| Meanings | what (particle) |
| Stroke Count | 3 |
| Radical | 丿 (#4 — slash) |
| HSK Levels | HSK 1, HSK 2, HSK 3, HSK 6 |
| Frequency | #155 most common |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 么 mean in Chinese?
么 (me) means "what (particle)" in Chinese. It appears in HSK level 1, 2, 3, 6.
How many strokes does 么 have?
The Chinese character 么 has 3 strokes. Its radical is 丿 (slash).
What is the radical of 么?
The radical of 么 is 丿 (slash, Kangxi radical #4).